Health news.
Authorities in Niger State, Nigeria, are responding to an infectious‑disease outbreak that has left at least one person dead and several others hospitalised in affected communities, with health officials working alongside national agencies to identify the cause, contain the spread and reassure residents.
A new WHO‑linked analysis highlighted in ThisDay reports that Africa is witnessing a worrying surge in hepatitis B and C infections and deaths, largely because millions still cannot access timely testing, vaccination or life‑saving antiviral treatment, despite the availability of highly effective tools
Yohanna Kusau, a frontline health worker in Abuja's FCT, has been recognised as a 2026 PHC Champion under the NPHCDA's KNOW. TRUST. GO. Campaign for his extraordinary dedication to community healthcare.
The Cross River State Government has launched a week-long preeclampsia awareness campaign as part of its commitment to reducing maternal and neonatal deaths across the state.
Professor Thaddeus Ijadunola warns that Nigeria’s health sector is nearing breaking point as a deepening workforce crisis, driven by mass migration and retirements, threatens national health security. He says only bold, system‑wide reforms on leadership, financing, working conditions and innovation can prevent further collapse.
Nigeria is turning to a national digital health initiative, telemedicine and electronic medical records to ease pressure on overstretched hospitals. Officials say the plan is to build an interoperable digital backbone so patients can access care, data and services more easily, even when facilities are struggling to keep up.
Sokoto State has restated its commitment to create a dedicated Family Health Department under its Ministry of Health, aiming to strengthen maternal, child and reproductive health services. Officials say technical work is advanced and budget provisions are being lined up to give the new unit a clear mandate and funding from launch.
Nigerian healthtech company MediSmart has argued that solving Nigeria's healthcare crisis requires more than building hospitals , it demands a simultaneous revolution in digital infrastructure, data systems, and health financing.
The World Health Organization says up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed by addressing modifiable factors such as smoking, alcohol use, physical inactivity, air pollution, hypertension and diabetes. The updated guidance also stresses lifestyle changes, better medical care and early action across the life course
Nigerian mental health platform MyTherapist.ng has partnered with Ally Healthcare to expand access to affordable, professional mental health support for millions of Nigerians.
Health experts say Nigeria needs urgent reforms to stop its healthcare workforce from deteriorating further, warning that poor pay, weak working conditions and rising migration are draining the system. They argue that without swift action, the country risks a deeper crisis in service delivery and health security
Abia State has been recognized as one of Nigeria’s top performers in healthcare delivery, according to the Federal Ministry of Health. The recognition reflects improving service outcomes, stronger investment in health infrastructure and growing confidence in the state’s reform efforts.
